S.A., I felt lucky to get my hands on that Ticinum issue 12 years ago :smuggrin:. I like your long necked London issue of Constantius I :). It...
Orielensis, That coin is a beauty :jawdrop: & I'm sure a rare issue.
Alegandron, Thanks for posting a nice selection, especially the early examples :D. I like them all ;). The denarius of Marcus Aurelius is a...
Some recent CoinTalk threads on Diocletian era folles stirred me to take a closer look at the most common reverse type seen on these coins, Genius...
This has been an entertaining & enlightening thread :D. It's also a good demonstration when experienced minds combine resources even obscure...
[ATTACH] My spell-check let me down.
Micheal, Continue to enjoy the fruits of ancient coin collecting ;). The serrated denarius is my favorite :D.
Roerbakmix, The Celtic AV Stater is a real gem :jawdrop:! Is that a period mount for hanging on the obverse at 6:00 o'clock :eek:? If so that...
I like the horny satyr carrying off the nymph :D.
Sallent, #10 is a gem :jawdrop:! Constantius looks like an angry teenager who just got a pair of pajamas for Christmas :hilarious:.
Finn235, The Balbinus Sarcophagus is a masterpiece of Roman sculpture, something only the wealthy elite could afford. The Boston Museum of Fine...
furryfrog02, Your selection of 10 coins is interesting & diverse :), & reveals an open mind & general interest in ancient history. You may or may...
I'm going with the majority on this one. I think if the marble bust had a nose this one would be easier to identify :confused:. [ATTACH]
TIF, My best wishes adjusting to your predicament & high praise for doing the right thing. I moved in with Mom when she turned 82 & was showing...
I've had that coin for many years ;), & bought it from Harlan J. Berk. I had it slabbed to preserve the condition & color of the coin.
I don't think you'll ever see another large follis of Maximian with this much original silvering :D. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Reform refers to Diocletian's currency reform of AD 294.
My favorite coin of Maximian :D. [ATTACH] Maximian, c. AD 303, London Mint: Billon follis, 9.67 gm, RIC 25
John, that coin is stunning :jawdrop:! The natural "rainbow toning" only enhances it. Giving this coin a grade of MS67 is not a stretch :D.
O.J. A biographical movie on Procopius would be a long & challenging undertaking :rolleyes:. Few people in ancient history have treaded the waters...
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